Tales of Homosexual Daughters: Insights and Lessons

Abstract

This study aimed to explore the experiences of homosexual daughters from the lens of criminology students. It specifically determined their coping mechanisms and insights as homosexual daughters which they can share to the community in general. The study used qualitative-case study using interview guide. Through snowball technique, a total of five (5) students who were identified as homosexual daughters were requested for an interview. Thematic analysis utilizing the Miles and Huberman Framework with three main components: data reduction, data display, and drawing and verifying conclusions was used for data analysis. Results revealed that the homosexual daughters had both positive and negative experiences which are the peer support and verbal discrimination. It was also revealed that they develop a sense of motivation, and seeking advice and support to cope with the challenges they experienced. The general insights of the homosexual daughters include gender mainstreaming at the workplace, gender equality at church, gender sensitivity at school, and self-acceptance.